Spring Cleaning!

So every spring, everyone gets in the mood to clean up their house, put away those tacky sweaters, and do some yard work. It’s also a great time to think about getting into the dental office for a teeth cleaning! Your teeth get dirty and a professional cleaning by Katie, our Hygienist, will get them back into tip-top shape just in time for summer! We do all types of cleanings here at the office of Dr. Edwin S Porter. We can do regular cleanings, periodontal cleanings, scaling and root planing, as well as cleanings for children. We love to get your teeth cleaned using our ultrasonic machine, which loosens all the plaque and calculus, and then we scale and polish your teeth. And we always recommend a professional fluoride varnish treatment for all of our patients because even adults need fluoride! So call us today to get in for your Spring Teeth Cleaning! Wanda@DentistryinCharlotte.com

What is Going in Your Mouth?

Here at the office of Dr. Edwin S Porter at the Arboretum in Charlotte, we only use the best of materials. When we make your crowns, onlays and other restorations at our office, you can rest assured that we use only the highest grade of materials available. Your new tooth will be made of e.max ceramic which has been tested to be the highest grade of ceramic on the market.

E.Max can be expected to demonstrate excellent clinical performance relative to chipping or fracture based on the findings of many studies and test performed by dental professionals and schools. That is why we use only the best! Your investment is just that….Something that will last a long time and will provide an excellent fix to whatever tooth or mouth problem that you may be having.

We can prep your tooth, mill you tooth, fire your tooth, and place your tooth all in one visit! You can watch TV or read a magazine while you wait for the magic to happen! No more being numb twice or drving back for a second delivery visit. And you can even watch your restoration being made throughout the whole process! And the fun thing about e.max restorations is that the tooth starts out as purple! You can watch it change into a tooth-colored restoration throughout the process!!

Call us to find out how you can have your dentistry done right the first time! 704-544-5330 or Wanda@DentistryinCharlotte.com

Gum Health and Your Heart

The effects of gum disease on the body are mostly seen affecting the heart and cardiovascular system. With gum disease present, the oral bacteria can attach themselves to the plaque that line the coronary arteries and then increase the plaque build-up in these arteries which are critical to heart function. They can also cause blood clots to form in the coronary arteries. That is why it is important to visit your dentist at least every six months so that we can check your gum health.

Call us to set up your next cleaning and check-up! 704-544-5330

Dr. Porter Upgraded to the Latest Cerec for All of Your Crown and Restorative Needs!

Dr Porter has finally graced our Arboretum office with the latest and greatest….The new Cerec 3D MC/XL! We will soon be rolling out the best crowns, onlays, and fillings to all of our patients in one appointment! No temporaries, No extra visit, No extra injections, No problems! We will be utilizing the best materials that will have the longest lifespan out of any ceramic material. You can even watch the design process of your crown and enjoy watching it be made while you wait. Come in or call today to see how this can benefit you!

704-544-5330 or Wanda@DentistryinCharlotte.com

Smile! Enjoy the Beautiful Weekend!

Enjoy the weather, everyone! This weekend is going to be fabulous around Charlotte so get outside and take in the warmth!

We will be back in the office on Monday starting bright and early at 7am! This is great for all you early risers!

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For the Sake of Your Significant Other...Take Part in a Dental Cleaning!

Husbands and wives are likely to share the same dental habits and therefore, some of the same dental problems. At the office of Dr. Edwin S. Porter, located conveniently in the Arboretum of South Charlotte, we treat families and can even accommodate seeing everyone at the same time. Save time and a trip!

For Valentine’s Day, celebrate the love of your smile. Come in for dental work or pamper yourself with a SPA CLEANING. The spa services are no extra charge and can be for anyone! Even you men out there can enjoy a relaxing hour in the chair while having your teeth cleaned. We love to make everyone comfortable and at ease while in our office. We have the most plush leather chairs, tv’s in each room, i-Pod docks for your own music, and different sedation levels for those who request it.

Say goodbye to stinky breath for your loved one and remember to take advantage of our $50 off coupon located on our website! http://www.dentistryincharlotte.com/special-offers.php From our family to yours, Happy Valentine’s Day!!!

Onlays vs. Crowns... What is Right for You?

A porcelain onlay is similar to a crown in that it is designed to restore a tooth that is broken down so much that a filling is not enough to fix it. If too much of the tooth is missing, the tooth could fracture. A porcelain onlay covers most or all of the chewing surface of the tooth and strengthens it so that it won't fracture.

A crown covers the entire chewing surface of the tooth and wraps around the entire tooth, all the way to the gum line. The porcelain onlay is more conservative. It covers only those parts of the tooth that are weak and it will not go down to the gumline.

At Dr. Porter’s office, we strive to go for the most conservative option for the situation. If you need an onlay, that is what we will complete for you. If there is too much of the tooth broken down, we will opt for the crown option. Either way, you will leave here with the best thing for your mouth.

Cheers to great ceramic restorations! 704-544-5330 or Wanda@DentistryinCharlotte.com